Composition:
Soluble/ Regular Insulin - 10ml vials of 40iu/ml strength
Mechanism of Action:
Insulin opens the cell receptors for glucose molecules to enter which in turn is utilized in the form of energy (ATP) to carry out the various activities by the body. It starts its action after 30 mins of injection and attains peak after 2 hrs, remaining in the body for upto 6-8 hrs.
Indications:
- All types of diabetes mellitus.
- For quick action and faster peak of insulin.
- Taken as subcutaneous injection to control post-meal surge in blood glucose.
- Also used in the ICUs and wards as IV (intravenous). Only insulin which can be given through IV.
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